1997 AC Cobra vs. 1956 Austin A 40
To start off, 1997 AC Cobra is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 40. (49 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Austin A 40 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1997 AC Cobra.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 40. (100 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1997 AC Cobra | 1956 Austin A 40 | |
Make | AC | Austin |
Model | Cobra | A 40 |
Year Released | 1997 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1489 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 365 HP | 49 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 579 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 72 L |